Zuffa maintains Jai Opetaia versus Noel Mikaelian despite Don King objection

Zuffa intends to proceed with the cruiserweight fight between Jai Opetaia and Noel Mikaelian scheduled for this weekend. The bout is slated to serve as a co-featured event on a card headlined by Ryan Garcia and Conor Benn in Las Vegas. Promoter Don King has attempted to block the matchup, issuing a cease and desist order based on claims of contract interference. Zuffa promoter Dana White stated that his organization does not engage in such practices and plans to keep the fight on the schedule. While White expressed confidence in his company's position, the current conflict may lead to further legal action as King could seek an injunction to halt the event. As of now, the contest remains on the card.

• 1:47 PMYahoo Sports — Zuffa intend to follow through with Jai Opetaia vs Noel Mikaelian despite cease and desist